Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (San Francisco)

## Description

Founded in 1954 as Center Medical Hospital, Kentfield Hospital- now a subsidiary of American Advanced Management-is a Long-Term Acute care Hospital (LTACH) serving patients across two locations in Marin County and San Francisco. Our 60-bed facilities specialize in caring for individuals with critical or chronic complex medical conditions who require extended recovery periods.

Kentfield Hospital offers a comprehensive range of services, including cardiac care, neuro recovery, respiratory support, advanced wound care and physical/occupational therapy. Each patient receives a personalized treatment plan designed to support their unique recovery journey.

We are proud to hold The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for Hospital Accreditation, reflecting our commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. At Kentfield, we work in close partnership with patients and families to help achieve the best possible outcomes.

**POSITION SUMMARY**

Responsible for providing and directing Occupational Therapy Services to patients including assessment,

treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation and communication. Functions under

physician’s orders.

**POSITION SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES**

Supervises the following positions: None

**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES**

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function

satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to

perform the essential functions. Ability to identify and implement components of the therapy process

Identify learning needs and teach patients and families. Ability to communicate and collaborate with a

variety of teams and individuals. Working knowledge and ability to apply professional standards of

practice in job situations.

## Qualifications

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:**

• Associate’s Degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• Successful completion of National Certification Examination for COTA required.
• Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of
• employment required.
• Current BLS certification from American Heart Association.

**ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:**

• One (1) year of experience preferred.
• Ability to project a professional image.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions.
• Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

**CERTIFICATES, LICENSURES, REGISTRATIONS**

• Successful completion of National Certification Examination for COTA required.
• Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of employment required.
• Current BLS certification from a Vibra-approved vendor required.

**ATTENDANCE**

• Regular and punctual attendance.

**LANGUAGE SKILLS**

English is the primary language of the facility. Ability to read and write, communicate clearly with coworkers and customers and to respond to appropriate questions regarding work process or work

product.